Zurich

This major urban center extends between two chains of hills at the northern end of Lake Zürich, encompassing twelve distinct administrative districts.

The settlement originated as a Roman customs post named Turicum in 58 BCE, later gaining status as an imperial free city in 1218.

The Kunsthaus Zürich museum contains extensive art collections, while the Schauspielhaus theater presents German-language performances throughout the year.

The Zürich Card provides unlimited access to public transportation and free admission to numerous museums across all twelve districts of the city.

The city maintains the largest collection of works by Alberto Giacometti at the Kunsthaus, featuring over 150 sculptures and numerous paintings.

Location: Zürich District

Inception: 2 century

Elevation above the sea: 408 m

Part of: Greater Zurich Area, RZU, Zurich metropolitan area, Canton of Zürich

Shares border with: Adliswil, Dübendorf, Maur, Opfikon, Regensdorf, Schlieren, Stallikon, Urdorf, Wallisellen, Zollikon, Fällanden, Kilchberg, Oberengstringen, Uitikon, Rümlang

Address: Zürich, Switzerland 8092 Zürich

Website: https://stadt-zuerich.ch

GPS coordinates: 47.37445,8.54104

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:43